format-table

Align Markdown table columns to fixed widths with padding.

10|2|Updated Aug 23, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rust-works/omni-dev --skill format-table
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Skill: format-table
Source: https://github.com/rust-works/omni-dev/tree/main/.claude/skills/format-table
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rust-works/omni-dev --skill format-table

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill formats markdown tables by aligning content across columns with fixed widths to improve readability and presentation in documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fixed-width alignment: Compute per-column widths and pad cells to produce neat, uniform tables.
  • Header and data consistency: Apply the same width across header and data rows, preserving Markdown syntax.
  • Use Case: Reformat messy Markdown tables in README files, release notes, or data documents for clarity.

Quick Start

To format a table, provide the Markdown content to be adjusted and receive a neatly aligned table.

Frequently Asked Questions about format-table

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I format Markdown tables for fixed-width column alignment?

To format Markdown tables, this skill computes the maximum width per column, pads cells uniformly, and preserves Markdown table syntax to ensure fixed-width column alignment for consistent readability.

What is the best way to align uneven Markdown tables in a README?

The best way to align uneven Markdown tables is to apply a fixed-width column algorithm that calculates maximum header and data widths, adding padding to reformat multi-row data into neatly aligned tables.

Does Markdown table alignment preserve the original table syntax?

Yes, Markdown table alignment preserves the original table syntax while applying fixed-width column widths across both header and data rows to maintain structural consistency and readability.

Can I reformat messy multi-row data in Markdown tables?

Yes, you can reformat messy multi-row data in Markdown tables by calculating the maximum width per column including headers, padding each cell, and producing uniform fixed-width column alignment.

Why does my Markdown table look misaligned in documentation?

Markdown tables look misaligned when column widths vary unevenly, requiring a fixed-width column algorithm to compute maximum widths, add padding, and preserve table syntax for consistent readability.